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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act 1, Scene 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are traditions important to Tevye?
(a) His ancestors came up with them.
(b) They're fun and comfortable.
(c) Everyone knows their role in life.
(d) God developed them.

2. In the first act, what blessing does the rabbi give the Tsar?
(a) Bless him and keep him out of trouble.
(b) Bless him and keep him away from their village.
(c) Abundant patience and tolerance.
(d) Abundant tasks to keep him occupied.

3. When Avram waves a newspaper, what terrible news from another town does he announce?
(a) A flood devastated the town.
(b) The Tsar arrested town leaders.
(c) Russian soldiers attacked the Jews.
(d) All the Jews were evicted.

4. While Tevye is introducing his family to Perchik, Motel arrives. What does Tevye say about Motel?
(a) Here's our neighbor.
(b) This is the town tailor.
(c) This is not mine.
(d) Him, I don't know.

5. When the Russians join in on the celebratory song and dance between Lazar, Tevye, and other Jews, what is part of the blessing they offer?
(a) May we live together in peace.
(b) May all your dreams come true.
(c) May you have many children.
(d) May life bring you abundance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Tevye explains that in his community, prayer shawls are worn as what?

2. What is Motel's job?

3. Which of the following is part of the Sabbath Prayer song?

4. What news does the matchmaker deliver to Golde and her daughters regarding the butcher, Lazar Wolf?

5. Once Tevye and Lazar agree to an arranged marriage between Lazar and Tzeitel, what do the men drink to?

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